Craig B. Richardson

Craig Bartley Richardson (born September 28, 1984) is an American politician who has served as a member of the Kentucky Senate since January 2025. He represents the 3rd district, which includes Caldwell, Christian, and Muhlenberg Counties. He currently serves as the vice chair of the senate Health Services committee.

Early life and education Richardson was born on September 28, 1984.

Political career Richardson was elected unopposed in the 2024 Kentucky Senate election following the retirement of incumbent senator Whitney Westerfield. In the 2025 Kentucky General Assembly, Richardson was appointed to five committees: Agriculture; Appropriations & Revenue; Enrollment; Health Services; and Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection. Bill Title House Vote Senate Vote Governor Ky. Acts 25 SB 28 An act relating to agricultural economic development and declaring an emergency

2025 c. 118

25 SB 61 An act relating to swimming pools

25 SB 153 An act relating to prepayment review of Medicaid claims

Personal life Richardson and his wife Katie are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Together they have one daughter. Richardson served as a missionary to Brazil for two years; he is fluent in Portuguese.

Richardson is currently the president of the bar association of Christian County.

Electoral history 2024